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Green Building "A green building is one which uses less water, improves energy efficiency, conserves natural resources, generates less waste and provides healthier spaces for occupants, as compared to a conventional building”. Green buildings can play a catalytic role in addressing environmental issues and concerns. A green building incorporates the following features: · Energy efficiency · Water efficiency · Better living conditions · Eco-friendly sustainable materials · Less transport use · Less waste · Habitat protection/restoration Green buildings offer a number of economic benefits as well which include · Cost saving on utility bills for tenants or owners through energy and water efficiency · Lower construction costs · Higher property value for building developers · Increased occupancy rates · lower operating cos for building owners; · job creation, health and well-being of occupants.
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